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max adds 7 to a number, then multiplies the sum by -4. the result is 3 times the same number. write and solve an equation to find the number, n. what is the number?

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Answer:

the number is -4

Explanation:

let 'n' = number

-4(n + 7) = 3n

-4n - 28 = 3n

-28 = 7n

-4 = n

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